The recipe for Panforte, which literally means "Strong Bread," dates back to the 13th Century. A Tuscan specialty, White Panforte is made from all-natural ingredients like almonds, candied orange peel, sugar, wheat flour, honey, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla. It has a heavy consistency and a chewy, thick texture. Originally a Christmas pastry, Panforte is now enjoyed year round by Italian cuisine enthusiasts around the world.

Our Panforte di Siena is hand made by Pasticceria Marabissi, a third generation, family-run pastry shop in Siena that is considered the most prestigious producer of true Panforte in all of Italy. Marabissi makes each of their panfortes by hand using traditional methods and the finest Italian ingredients. Their panforte has won many national awards.

This panforte was heavy on powdered sugar and nuts, not the more subtle, spicy assembly that I remember and like. That said, it was not bad, simply not splendid.

By fairkatyfrom Dallas Texason Dec 19, 2011

Wonderful response from my Son

My son and his wife recieved this as part of his Christmas gift. They loved it and it was as good as the one they had in Italy.

By Jofrom Savannah, GAon Dec 25, 2010

Excellent!!

This was my first order of Panforte and I did not know what to expect. I was more than pleased with this pastry treat. It had ingredients that I love to have in my holiday cake. I enjoyed every bite and would purchase it again.

By Nenefrom Florence, ORon Dec 18, 2010

White Panforte

Service and product is excellent. Having enjoyed Panforte on a regular basis 20 years ago, I was however shocked that the cake measured only 6" across, especially for the price. Even though I noticed the weight of 12.25 oz. before ordered, it still was much smaller than expected. When I bought Panforte in the past, it measured approximately 10" across. Otherwise, this is an excellent product.

By carmanjhfrom New Bethlehem, Paon Nov 05, 2010

White Panforte

Very Good Panforte. Not what I was looking for,I am looking for the old fashioned panforte that we had when I was little. It was loaded with nuts and very hard to cut and wasn't spicy. I haven't found the exact kind yet, but I am enjoying my search!!